The new hydrogen bus from the Hyundai Motor Company showcases the company’s ongoing dedication to developing hydrogen mobility solutions. We are proud to be working with Hyundai Austria within the Codex Partnership of the Green Energy Centre Europe to implement the first hydrogen buses in Austria, as part of the effort to establish a hydrogen economy in Central Europe (see https://west.at/)

Hydrogen Monitor: “Hyundai Motor Company has begun commercial sales of its 2026 Universe hydrogen-electric bus, offering up to 960 km of driving range per hydrogen refill. This is one of the largest values among major bus manufacturers. The figure marks a 51% increase over the previous inter-city Universe model’s 635 km range.
While the new model retains its predecessor’s 180 kW fuel-cell system and 48.2 kWh battery, maximum motor output has been boosted from 335 kW to 350 kW. An integrated drivetrain with dual motors improves regenerative braking, smooths gear transitions, and reduces wear by minimizing mechanical connections. Refueling takes about ten minutes, keeping uptime on par with diesel-powered fleets.
Hyundai validated the 2026 Universe in demanding trials, including NEOM’s high-altitude desert routes and Abu Dhabi’s coastal conditions. Tests showed consistent performance under temperatures above 45 °C, over 200,000 km of leak-free operation, and reliable starts near freezing.”

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